About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Urology team at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, based at Broomfield Hospital. We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Consultant Urological Surgeon to support the continued development of our innovative and expanding service.
We are looking for a consultant with expertise in stone surgery and the ability to deliver a broad range of general urology services, including participation in the consultant on-call rota. An interest in paediatric urology would be advantageous.
This post offers the opportunity to work within a modern integrated urology service across Mid and South Essex. Cross-site working provides access to specialist procedures, including PCNL surgery at Broomfield Hospital. All sites are equipped with Holmium laser technology, with Broomfield serving as the Trust's centre for complex stone management, supported by a weekly Complex Stone MDT and emergency lithotripsy service.
You will join a forward-thinking department with redesigned patient pathways, strong multidisciplinary working, advanced endourology services and access to Da Vinci robotic systems across the Trust.
This opportunity would suit a consultant holding CCT or CESR, or a suitably experienced locum with a clear pathway to Specialist Registration.
Main duties of the job
Lead and coordinate the delivery of a high-quality specialist stone service while contributing to the wider provision of comprehensive urology services across the Trust.
Assess, diagnose and manage patients with urological conditions, ensuring safe, effective and patient-centred care throughout the treatment pathway.
Participate in the on-call rota, providing emergency urology cover and undertaking urgent and emergency procedures as required.
Deliver outpatient, inpatient and operative care, maintaining high clinical standards and ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support effective clinical decision-making, service delivery and continuity of care.
Participate actively in clinical audit, governance, quality improvement and service development initiatives to enhance patient care and departmental performance.
Provide supervision, teaching and training to junior medical staff and other healthcare professionals, supporting education and workforce development.
Work in partnership with the Clinical Director and General Manager to support the development, implementation and monitoring of business plans and strategic objectives for the Urology Service.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description Job responsibilities
For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MBBS or Equivalent Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of training (CCT) at time of interview Evidence of completion of specialist training or equivalent FRCS (Urol) or equivalent Postgraduate qualification
Desirable
ATLS certificate
Experience Essential
Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in the specialty Comprehensive knowledge in the specialty and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of problems. Demonstrates good knowledge of the structures and culture of the NHS, roles, responsibilities and relationships across the MDT and the multi-professional team Able to take full and independent responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision Subspecialist interest stone surgery Provide consultant level on call service in urology
Desirable
DGH paediatric urology
Research/Audit Experience Essential
Knowledge of the principles of research/audit and ability to interpret and apply clinical research. Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems
Desirable
Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal. Ability to supervise postgraduate research Masters or PhD qualification
Communication/Personal Skills Essential
Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, other specialties and support staff Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service Able to organise and prioritise workload Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances Knowledge and experience of supervising undergraduates, resident doctors and other staff ability to teach clinical skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address Broomfield
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)